Review of The Ghost and the Darkness (1996) by Rob F — 27 Sep 2007

What's scary is its a true story. The lions are on display in a museum in Chicago.

This review of The Ghost and the Darkness (1996) was written by Rob F on 27 Sep 2007.

The Ghost and the Darkness has generally received positive reviews.

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